Summary

The Department of Neurology is looking for a highly motivated medical assistant to support our outpatient clinic at BCM's McNair Campus.

This position will support our Neuromuscular section and work closely within our MDA & ALS Clinic's. This is a great entry level opportunity to learn new skills and be a part of a growing department. We are looking for someone who is reliable, a quick learner and can work independently.

Job Duties

• Schedules patient tests, procedures, and appointments.
• Conducts patient outreach phone calls and post visit follow-ups.
• Manages in-basket messages.
• Manages and coordinates incoming patient referrals.
• Enters orders for patient tests and obtains proper paperwork.
• Performs clerical/administrative responsibilities such as filing and/or scanning patient medical records, obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information.
• Takes inventory of clinic supplies and order supplies as needed.
• Performs routine patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs.
• Collects patient history, performs medication reconciliation and enters information in the electronic medical record.
• Notes the primary complaint/reason for patient's visit.
• Sets up instruments and equipment for Physician.
• Handles large volumes of patient messages and calls.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and completion of an approved Medical Assistant Training program through an accredited institution.
• No experience required.
• Current certification as a Medical Assistant through an accredited professional organization (AAMA, AMT, ARMA, NCCT, NHA, NAHP, AMCA, AAH, AAMP, or NPS). New employees who are not currently certified must obtain certification within six months of employment.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association.

Preferred Qualifications and skills

• Self-motivated and eager to learn.
• Comfortable with change.